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Gary H · August 14, 2002, 12:35 AM

My Hornady data shows 44.9 gr. as the max load for the 150 SST. Velocity with this load is listed as 2700 fps out of their test barrel. (Tested with Federal primers and 22" barrel) So, how does the change in primer, change the end results? If your load figures are correct, it would seem that the primer change greatly influences result.

But, I'm looking for a very light load and not a maximum. I've never had a unburnt powder problem with anything but a light load, but never reloaded a rifle cartridge previously.

August 14, 2002, 12:35 AM	#3
Gary H Senior Member Join Date: April 26, 2000 Location: Texas Posts: 2,267	My Hornady data shows 44.9 gr. as the max load for the 150 SST. Velocity with this load is listed as 2700 fps out of their test barrel. (Tested with Federal primers and 22" barrel) So, how does the change in primer, change the end results? If your load figures are correct, it would seem that the primer change greatly influences result. But, I'm looking for a very light load and not a maximum. I've never had a unburnt powder problem with anything but a light load, but never reloaded a rifle cartridge previously. Last edited by Gary H; August 14, 2002 at 01:33 AM.